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Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum

Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in London, GB

Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement walnut armoire wardrobe compactum with lots of useful storage space.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

E W Godwin Style of, an Anglo-Japanese Walnut Double Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
E W Godwin Style of, an Anglo-Japanese Walnut Double Armoire Wardrobe Compactum

E W Godwin Style of, an Anglo-Japanese Walnut Double Armoire Wardrobe Compactum

By Edward William Godwin

Located in London, GB

E W Godwin, style of, a rare Anglo-Japanese walnut double armoire wardrobe compactum with Japonesque brass incised handles and lots of useful storage space.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Anglo-Japanese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Satinwood Inlaid Compactum Wardrobe
Satinwood Inlaid Compactum Wardrobe

Satinwood Inlaid Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

An elegant and well-proportioned satinwood compactum wardrobe of architectural form, finely veneered throughout in book-matched and quarter-cut satinwood displaying a warm, honeyed p...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Satinwood

Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

$6,358Sale Price|30% Off

Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Carved mahogany compactum wardrobe having carved removable finials, above two long mirror doors flanking the centre fitted with a pair of carved panelled doors and three drawers belo...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Mahogany Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Mahogany Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

An elegant early 20th-century mahogany compactum. The gently bowed front is fitted with three panelled doors, each veneered in richly figured, book-matched flame mahogany, framed by ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Antique William IV Compactum Wardrobe
Antique William IV Compactum Wardrobe

Antique William IV Compactum Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A superb antique William IV period compactum wardrobe. This was made in England & dates from around the 1830-1840’s period. This is of amazing quality and is a most impressive p...

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Antique 1830s English William IV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles
Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles

Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles This Large Mirrored Wardrobe has 3 sections, 2 mirror doors on either side enclosing a good size hanging space and the centre se...

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Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Monumental 19thC English Mahogany Breakfront Compactum Wardrobe
Monumental 19thC English Mahogany Breakfront Compactum Wardrobe

Monumental 19thC English Mahogany Breakfront Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1880 Monumental 19thC English Mahogany Breakfront Compactum Wardrobe sku 1959 W315 x D65 x H192 cm Weight 228 kg 5 individual pieces

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Antique 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Large 19thC English Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe
Large 19thC English Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe

Large 19thC English Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1880 sku 2048 Large 19thC English Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe W208 x D61 x H210 cm Weight 195Kg SHIPPING DIMENSIONS cornice W208 x D61 x H15 cm Plinth W204 x D58 x H12 cm R...

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Antique 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Birch

Art Deco Satin Birch and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Art Deco Satin Birch and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Art Deco Satin Birch and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A spectacular original Art Deco satin birch and walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s. It is beautifully designed and it is of superb quality...

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut, Satin Birch

VintageArt Deco Style Dark Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
VintageArt Deco Style Dark Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s

VintageArt Deco Style Dark Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s

Located in South Shields, GB

A 1950's compactum double wardrobe in ribbon-grain mahogany veneer. Plain front with central lock and stepped plinth. Left side full hanging with rail and trouser hooks. Right side...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Teak, Walnut

Large Ash Arts & Crafts Triple Break front Wardrobe Compactum
Large Ash Arts & Crafts Triple Break front Wardrobe Compactum

Large Ash Arts & Crafts Triple Break front Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Ash Arts & Crafts Triple Break front Wardrobe Compactum This is a large piece but luckily it does break down in to smaller sections for transportation This attractive piece is...

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Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Ash

Art Deco Birds Eye Maple and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Art Deco Birds Eye Maple and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Art Deco Birds Eye Maple and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A spectacular original Art Deco birds eye maple and walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s. It is beautifully designed and it is of superb qua...

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

A Charming Single Wardrobe Compactum in Ash and Bur Walnut
A Charming Single Wardrobe Compactum in Ash and Bur Walnut

A Charming Single Wardrobe Compactum in Ash and Bur Walnut

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Charming Single Wardrobe Compactum in Ash and Bur Walnut A Golden Ash and Bur Walnut Arts and Crafts Compactum, this is a beautiful and very useful piece. On one side there is a ...

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Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Ash, Walnut

Arts Deco Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum This is a good Stylish piece
Arts Deco Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum This is a good Stylish piece

Arts Deco Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum This is a good Stylish piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts Deco Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum This is a good Stylish piece, one side is fully fitted with storage compartments, shelves etc. and the other side has hanging space The war...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Wardrobe, English, Walnut, Compactum, R. James Gloucester, circa 1900
Antique Wardrobe, English, Walnut, Compactum, R. James Gloucester, circa 1900

Antique Wardrobe, English, Walnut, Compactum, R. James Gloucester, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique wardrobe in English walnut, a compactum bearing the cabinet makers name plate to the rear reading 'R. James Art Cabinet Maker & Carpet Factor, 14 Northgate St. Glo...

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Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ENGLISH LIGHT OAK LIBERTY's OF LONDON STYLE COMPACTUM WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS
ENGLISH LIGHT OAK LIBERTY's OF LONDON STYLE COMPACTUM WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS

ENGLISH LIGHT OAK LIBERTY's OF LONDON STYLE COMPACTUM WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS

By Liberty of London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Art Deco Circa 1920's English Light Tiger Oak Compactum Wardrobe with built in bank of drawers, ...

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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Oak

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Large Armoire/Wardrobe/Compactum
Large Armoire/Wardrobe/Compactum

Large Armoire/Wardrobe/Compactum

Unavailable

H 79 in W 90 in D 22 in

Large Armoire/Wardrobe/Compactum

Located in Manhattan Beach, CA

Large six piece armoire with two doors, five drawers, two full length mirrors on a plinth base. Whole covered with exceptional figured walnut or elm veneers, skillfully book-matched...

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Antique 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Art Deco Wardrobe Bird's-Eye Maple Compactum Armoire
Art Deco Wardrobe Bird's-Eye Maple Compactum Armoire

Art Deco Wardrobe Bird's-Eye Maple Compactum Armoire

Unavailable

H 71.07 in W 59.85 in D 21.7 in

Art Deco Wardrobe Bird's-Eye Maple Compactum Armoire

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

A fine quality Art Deco bird’s-eye maple compactum wardrobe. The inlaid doors mounted with good handles and enclosed a fitted interior comprising hanging rails, hooks, shelving, gla...

Category

Early 20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Satinwood

Art Deco Bird’s-Eye Maple Wardrobe Compactum Armoire
Art Deco Bird’s-Eye Maple Wardrobe Compactum Armoire

Art Deco Bird’s-Eye Maple Wardrobe Compactum Armoire

Unavailable

H 73.5 in W 36 in D 21 in

Art Deco Bird’s-Eye Maple Wardrobe Compactum Armoire

Located in Wakefield, GB

Offered for sale is this Art Deco bird's-eye maple wardrobe armoire. Part of a large bedroom suite we have to offer. Dating from 1930. Nice design, veneered in bird's-eye maple wi...

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Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Antique Victorian Ash Compactum Armoire, Wardrobe, Closet, Scotland 1880, H724
Antique Victorian Ash Compactum Armoire, Wardrobe, Closet, Scotland 1880, H724

Antique Victorian Ash Compactum Armoire, Wardrobe, Closet, Scotland 1880, H724

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Victorian ash compactum armoire, wardrobe, closet, Scotland 1880, H724 Scotland 1880 Solid Oak Original Finish Large dentil cornice on top With bevelled dressing mirro...

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Antique 19th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Ash

Large Victorian Flamed Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe
Large Victorian Flamed Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe

Large Victorian Flamed Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe

Unavailable

H 76.78 in W 96.07 in D 27.17 in

Large Victorian Flamed Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

A handsome large Victorian flamed mahogany Compactum wardrobe of breakfront form. Having an attractive flared cushion pediment above a central shelved cupboard with five graduated dr...

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Pine

English Stag Wardrobe Retro Gents Compactum
English Stag Wardrobe Retro Gents Compactum

English Stag Wardrobe Retro Gents Compactum

Unavailable

H 70.28 in W 36.23 in D 22.52 in

English Stag Wardrobe Retro Gents Compactum

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

An impressive and rare model compactum wardrobe by Stage. The fully retractable doors, mounted with good original handles, enclosed hanging rail, shelving and raised on an ebonized ...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

English Stag Wardrobe Retro Double Compactum
English Stag Wardrobe Retro Double Compactum

English Stag Wardrobe Retro Double Compactum

Unavailable

H 70.24 in W 48.04 in D 22.52 in

English Stag Wardrobe Retro Double Compactum

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

An impressive and rare model double wardrobe by Stage. The fully retractable doors, mounted with good original handles, enclosed two hanging rails and raised on an ebonized plinth b...

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Mid-20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Tall Teak Wardrobe Meredew Double Compactum
Tall Teak Wardrobe Meredew Double Compactum

Tall Teak Wardrobe Meredew Double Compactum

Unavailable

H 80.28 in W 40.01 in D 22.05 in

Tall Teak Wardrobe Meredew Double Compactum

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

20th century teak wardrobe by Meredew. A pair of cupboards above double doors enclosed hanging rail running the width of the interior. The teak boasting a well-figured grain and a...

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Mid-20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Compactum
Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Compactum

Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Compactum

Unavailable

H 75.12 in W 46.11 in D 20.12 in

Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

An impressive Art Deco burr maple wardrobe. The burr maple marquetry work boasting a fantastic grain and rich polished patina contrasted nicely with African mahogany work to border ...

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Early 20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Maple

Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe
Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe

Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe

Unavailable

H 78.75 in W 100.01 in D 30.71 in

Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Victorian circa 1860 mahogany compactum wardrobe. Solid and strong, with no loose joints. Full of age, character and charm. Great matched flame mahogany veneers and patina...

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Antique 1860s Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Gents Compactum
Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Gents Compactum

Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Gents Compactum

Unavailable

H 64.26 in W 29.93 in D 16.93 in

Art Deco Burr Maple Wardrobe Gents Compactum

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

An impressive Art Deco burr maple wardrobe. The burr maple marquetry work boasting a fantastic grain and rich polished patina contrasted nicely with African mahogany work to border ...

Category

Early 20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Maple

Bird's-Eye Maple Wardrobe Art Deco Gents Compactum
Bird's-Eye Maple Wardrobe Art Deco Gents Compactum

Bird's-Eye Maple Wardrobe Art Deco Gents Compactum

Unavailable

H 68.15 in W 42.05 in D 20.44 in

Bird's-Eye Maple Wardrobe Art Deco Gents Compactum

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

A fine quality bird's-eye maple compactum wardrobe. The double doors enclosed a mahogany lined fitted interior comprising tie rack, hanging rail, shelving, drawers and footrails. Ra...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Lamb of Manchester, an Aesthetic Movement Compactum Armoire Wardrobe
Lamb of Manchester, an Aesthetic Movement Compactum Armoire Wardrobe

Lamb of Manchester, an Aesthetic Movement Compactum Armoire Wardrobe

By Lamb of Manchester

Located in London, GB

An Aesthetic Movement Arts & Crafts style compactum armoire wardrobe with castellated cornice and twin fielded panel doors opening to reveal hanging space to the left and four open s...

Category

Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Walnut compactum wardrobe
Walnut compactum wardrobe

Walnut compactum wardrobe

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H 66.5 in W 94.5 in D 25 in

Walnut compactum wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut combination wardrobe, the moulded top above two long panelled well-figured doors opening to reveal the large hanging area flanked by two banks of drawers with stylised walnut ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe
Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe

Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe

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H 80 in W 80 in D 24.5 in

Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Late 19th century Sheraton Revival compactum wardrobe, the detachable decorated concaved cornice above a central cupboard fitted with hanging rail enclosed by a pair of floral inlaid...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Satinwood

Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe
Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe

Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe

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H 73 in W 38 in L 73 in

Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Baltimore, MD

What a useful piece of furniture! Known in England as a compactum, the three tiers of storage space comprise a shelf on the upper left and a hat cupboard on the upper right. Beneath ...

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Country Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Faux Oak Compactum Wardrobe
Faux Oak Compactum Wardrobe

Faux Oak Compactum Wardrobe

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H 76 in W 84 in D 27 in

Faux Oak Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Culver City, CA

Pine wardrobe with simulated “oak” finish. Front is in original faded condition, with vibrantly painted interior, weathered liner, and hand written paper labels on some of the drawer...

Category

Antique 1810s English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Pine

Victorian Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum
Victorian Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum

Victorian Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Victorian stripped pine wardrobe compactum. This charming wardrobe has two panelled doors one enclosing a good size hanging space on one side, this is fitted wth a new brass han...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Large Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum
Large Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum

Large Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum

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H 79 in W 69 in D 27 in

Large Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large stripped pine wardrobe compactum, The wardrobe has 3 doors, 2 enclosing a good size hanging space and the centre mirrored door encloses a shaved cupboard Below this cupboa...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

19th Century Oak Compactum Wardrobe
19th Century Oak Compactum Wardrobe

19th Century Oak Compactum Wardrobe

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H 95.5 in W 108.5 in D 33 in

19th Century Oak Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Very large late 19th century oak and ebonized compactum wardrobe, of breakfront outline. The moulded cornice above a large central mirrored door enclosing a fully fitted interior com...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Mahogany Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Mahogany Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Mahogany Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 81.5 in W 51 in L 81.5 in

Mahogany Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Mahogany two-door wardrobe the projected carved moulded cornice, over two arched doors opening to reveal hanging area, slides and drawers. All raised up on plinth base. Dimensions: ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Mahogany Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Mahogany Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 84.5 in W 83.5 in D 25 in

Mahogany Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Mahogany wardrobe the carved moulded cornice above three long well figured mahogany doors with gilt-wood moulding. Opening to reveal a fitted interior with drawers, sliding trays and...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 76 in W 76 in D 24 in

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the molded top above three long paneled walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted with sliding trays ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 76 in W 61 in L 76 in

Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the moulded top above three long panelled burr walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted with sliding...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 73 in W 73.5 in D 23 in

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the molded top above three long paneled walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted with sliding trays ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut three door compactum wardrobe
Walnut three door compactum wardrobe

Walnut three door compactum wardrobe

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H 77 in W 63 in D 22.5 in

Walnut three door compactum wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut bow fronted three-door combination wardrobe, the moulded top above three long panelled burr walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 85.5 in W 75 in D 23 in

Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut wardrobe the carved moulded cornice with a central giltwood shell above three long well figured walnut doors with gilt-wood moulding. Opening to reveal a fitted interior with ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 73.5 in W 63.5 in D 27 in

Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the carved molded top above long paneled well-figured walnut center door flanked by concaved doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Pine Bonnet Top Compactum Armoire
Pine Bonnet Top Compactum Armoire

Pine Bonnet Top Compactum Armoire

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H 76 in W 49 in D 20 in

Pine Bonnet Top Compactum Armoire

Located in Baltimore, MD

This handsome and versatile storage piece features a bonnet top with bold crown moulding with fluting and acorn corbels to the front corners. One long paneled door on the right opens...

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Arts and Crafts Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum
Arts and Crafts Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum

Arts and Crafts Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts and Crafts Gentleman’s Wardrobe Compactum This is a good Style Arts and Crafts piece, one side is fully fitted with storage compartments, shelves etc. and the other side has pu...

Category

Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

19thC English Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe
19thC English Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe

19thC English Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe

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H 84.26 in W 70.87 in D 21.66 in

19thC English Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Circa 1870 19thC English Painted Pine Compactum Wardrobe Made of 8 individual sections that fit together (deep scratches in the mirror) sku 537 W180 x D55 x H214cm

Category

Antique 1860s British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

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H 61.03 in W 42.13 in D 16.93 in

Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Made circa 1930's Inside is fitted out with a pull out clothes rail, shelves , two drawers and a shoe rack

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Carved Oak Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Carved Oak Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Carved Oak Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe

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H 72 in W 51 in L 72 in

Carved Oak Two-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Carved oak two-door compactum wardrobe by Waring and Gillows. The moulded cornice above two paneled doors opening to reveal the hanging area to one side the other fitted with shelf d...

Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Oak Compactum Hall Wardrobe, Hall Stand
Oak Compactum Hall Wardrobe, Hall Stand

Oak Compactum Hall Wardrobe, Hall Stand

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H 80 in W 48 in D 15 in

Oak Compactum Hall Wardrobe, Hall Stand

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Oak Compactum hall wardrobe, hall stand The wardrobe is in oak with geometric designs on the door fronts and barley twist column at the side This is a very useful and very slim ...

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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s
Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s

Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s

Located in South Shields, GB

A well-proportioned Edwardian walnut compactum wardrobe, combining hanging space, drawers and shelving in one practical piece. The layout features a full-length mirrored door to on...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and stylish original Art Deco period compactum wardrobe. This is made from walnut, veneered on solid wood in a stunning geometrical design. This dates from the 1920s-1...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

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H 53.94 in W 33.08 in D 19.3 in

Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A beautiful original Art Deco figured walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s. It is of superb quality, it’s extremely well made and is a very ...

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

A Charming Oak Single Wardrobe Compactum  Arts and Crafts Oak Compactum
A Charming Oak Single Wardrobe Compactum  Arts and Crafts Oak Compactum

A Charming Oak Single Wardrobe Compactum Arts and Crafts Oak Compactum

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Charming Oak Single Wardrobe Compactum Arts and Crafts Oak Compactum, this is a beautiful and very useful piece. On one side there is a single width lined wardrobe with a hanging...

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Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1890s
Antique Victorian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1890s

Antique Victorian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1890s

Located in South Shields, GB

A large and impressive Victorian mahogany wardrobe, dating to the mid–late 19th century, retaining its original crowned “VR” (Victoria Regina) lock. (There is no key present) This ...

Category

Antique 1890s British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Large Maple Three door compactum wardrobe
Large Maple Three door compactum wardrobe

Large Maple Three door compactum wardrobe

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H 78 in W 77 in D 26.5 in

Large Maple Three door compactum wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Birds eye maple wardrobe. The carved moulded cornice above the central mirrored door, is flanked by well-figured maple doors. Opening to reveal a fitted interior with drawers, slidin...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Maple

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1920s
Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1920s

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1920s

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H 67.33 in W 34.26 in D 18.51 in

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1920s

Located in South Shields, GB

An oak compactum wardrobe dating from the 1920s, featuring beautifully figured oak veneers and a geometric carved frieze with Art Deco influence. Fitted with hanging space, shelv...

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s
Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s

Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s

Located in South Shields, GB

An Edwardian mahogany combination wardrobe or hall robe - circa 1900's. Theres two compartments - one with a clothes rail and coat hooks - the other with a shelf. There are a furthe...

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19th Century Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe

19th Century Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe

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H 80.5 in W 61.5 in D 25.2 in

19th Century Satin Birch Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Tetbury, England

In the manner of Holland & Son.

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Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

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H 72.05 in W 35.44 in D 23.23 in

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Inside is fitted out with a tilting rail, drawers and chrome rack shelves

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s
Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

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H 72.05 in W 42.13 in D 21.66 in

Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe from Fitrobe, circa 1930's Inside is beautifully fitted out with a clothes and shoe rail, shelves, drawers and a compartment

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

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Vintage Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s
Vintage Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

Vintage Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

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H 66.54 in W 42.13 in D 16.15 in

Vintage Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum fitted out wardrobe from Fitrobe, circa 1930's Inside is beautifully fitted out with a clothes and shoe rail, shelves, drawer and a compartment

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

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Victorian Ash Arts & Crafts Tripple Wardrobe Compactum

Victorian Ash Arts & Crafts Tripple Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Victorian Ash Arts & Crafts Tripple Wardrobe Compactum This is a large attractive piece, the wardrobe is a superb quality piece all the wood is the finest quality straight grained as...

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Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

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Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s
Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

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H 73.63 in W 41.74 in D 22.45 in

Vintage Oak Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Made by Fitrobe circa 1930's Inside is beautifully fitted out with a hanging rail, shoe rail, drawers, shelves and compartments in...

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

Mahogany Bow Fronted Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Mahogany Bow Fronted Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Mahogany Bow Fronted Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Mahogany bow fronted compactum wardrobe, the carved moulded cornice above three long paneled doors opening to reveal a fitted interior of sliding trays, draws and large hanging rail,...

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Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

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Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles
Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles

Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles This Large Mirrored Wardrobe has 3 sections, 2 mirror doors on either side enclosing a good size hanging space and the centre se...

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Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

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19th Century Limed Oak Triple Wardrobe Compactum
19th Century Limed Oak Triple Wardrobe Compactum

19th Century Limed Oak Triple Wardrobe Compactum

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H 83.5 in W 85.5 in D 26.5 in

19th Century Limed Oak Triple Wardrobe Compactum

Located in Cheshire, GB

Large and impressive 19th century limed oak triple wardrobe compactum. The flared cornice above a large mirrored door opening to reveal compartment complete with linen slides over a ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s
Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s

Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage walnut triple door wardrobe, circa 1920s. Inside, beautifully fitted out with a a clothes rail to each side. This wardrobe dismantles into four parts.

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s
Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s

Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage walnut triple door wardrobe, circa 1930s. Inside, beautifully fitted out with a a clothes rail shelf and shoe rail to one side and shelves and drawers to the other. This ...

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Vintage Art Deco Style Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
Vintage Art Deco Style Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s

Vintage Art Deco Style Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s

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H 59.06 in W 35.44 in D 18.12 in

Vintage Art Deco Style Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s

Located in South Shields, GB

An Art Deco style mahogany compact wardrobe, circa 1950s Featuring a cupboard with shelves and a hanging rail To the outside there are two drawers The piece stands on Queen Anne st...

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Vintage 1950s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

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H 67.72 in W 41.74 in D 15.36 in

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A beautiful quality oak wardrobe or hall cupboard - circa 1930's Inside, the cupboard has a pull out clothes rail and shelves

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

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H 67.72 in W 42.13 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A beautiful quality oak wardrobe or hall cupboard - circa 1930's Inside, the cupboard has a pull out clothes rail, shelves and drawers

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

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H 67.33 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in

Vintage Art Deco Oak Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A beautiful quality and tone, Art Deco freestanding oak wardrobe - in the manner of Heals Featuring a hanging rail, shoe rail, shelves and an integrated mirror

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Oak

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Armoire Wardrobe Compactum For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic armoire wardrobe compactum available at 1stDibs. Each armoire wardrobe compactum for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and mahogany. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer armoire wardrobe compactum, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each armoire wardrobe compactum bearing Art Deco, Victorian or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Compactom, G Plan Furniture and Gillows of Lancaster & London each produced at least one beautiful armoire wardrobe compactum that is worth considering.

How Much is a Armoire Wardrobe Compactum?

A armoire wardrobe compactum can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,711, while the lowest priced sells for $700 and the highest can go for as much as $14,175.

Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You

When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:

What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?

The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.

Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.

Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.

In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.

The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.

When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.

Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.

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